Exposure with response prevention is the gold standard for ERP work. If you have been diagnosed with OCD or are wondering if you have it, we will complete the CY-BOCS to guide exposure work in fun and creative ways. Caregivers often need coaching to help their child with ERPs as it is often counterintuitive. It may even feel intrusive or uncomfortable for caregivers as well. We will always work as a team to set up the most effective ERP to meet your goals.

I predominately work from an acceptance and commitment therapy framework. DNA-v was specifically created to help engage youth in the therapeutic process. The aim is to increase willingness, curiosity, and acceptance to help young people live their valued life!

An extension of ACT is Superhero Therapy. We will engage in talking about your favorite characters from comics, graphic novels, video games, movies, anime etc. to start overcoming anxiety and trauma. This is an incredibly effective intervention for children, youth, and adults alike!

There are times that children or youth are reluctant to attend therapy. When there is a struggle to engage, I often turn to caregiver focused therapy to help them adjust their own behavior and feel more confident in how to respond to their child’s needs.

I always work from a trauma informed lens. I aim to help my clients find co-regulation, connection, and safety. Polyvagal theory helps inform the work we will do together as we map your nervous system through art, movement, music, and play.

All of my work is grounded in multicultural and social justice theory. I look to see how my own intersectionality and positionality impact the work I engage in. I also always consider the systemic injustice that may be impacting my client’s experiences and find ways to advocate for systemic change.